Kiselo mlyako – the Bulgarian Yogurt

The most popular variety of yogurt in the world

Kiselo mlyako is undoubtedly the best and the healthiest of all dairy products that are available to consumers nowadays.

The most distinctive and renowned Bulgarian product is Yogurt or Kiselo mlyako and it is believed to have been known for at least 4000 years. It is the particular combination of bacteria that characterizes the thickness, acidity, taste and aroma of the yogurt. Kiselo mlyako’s uniqueness lies in the peculiarities in the climate of the region and the very specific way in which it is prepared – using a combination of the two strains: Lactobacillus Bulgaricus and Streptococcus Thermophilus.

The bacteria responsible for the fermentation of the yogurt is Lactobacillus bulgaricus and is named after Bulgaria, the country where it was first found and used. The other ingredient of the milk-sour ferment is Streptococcus thermophilus – the only harmless bacteria for people from the Streptococcus family. These bacteria live naturally in Bulgaria and turn the Bulgarian kiselo mlyako into organic probiotic.

Convinced in its healthy advantage, how about speaking about the taste. Have you tried ayrian? Yogurt & water, well blended. Refreshing in summer and perfect on-the-go drink. Add cucumbers, salt, dill, a bit of garlic and walnuts and you have tarator, cold soup beyond competition in the hot days. Yogurt is a part of baking dishes based on dough, egg-based thickeners, salad dressings. Last but not least  – yogurt is perfect for low fat diet.

Look through the website and decide for yourself which recipe will fit you best. You can also try Snejanka salad, Katak, White eggplant salad, Moussaka.